1993 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 120 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 911 | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3162 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1285 mm |
